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"Th, then, right now——!"
Reine seemed to be in deep thought as she used her hand to support her chin, then
sighed as though she given up on something.
"......Really, it would be best if that was the case."
"Eh?"
"......No. That won't work. I've told you right? She's under the influence of drugs
right now. We have to wait for her condition to be stable before we can act."
"B, but, two days later is— —"
"......That's why, the only day that fulfils both criteria is that day. If we were to miss
the day after tomorrow, we'll never have another chance again."
"Guh......"
Shidou gritted his teeth hard. Reine softly sighed as she looked towards the control
point.
"......For now, please leave it to me. Shin, go and look after Mana. If it's now, you
might be able to make it before visiting hours are over."
Reine seemed to be chasing Shidou and Yoshino out as she pointed towards the
door.
"B, but——"
"......I beg of you. For now, please do as I say."
"......I understand."
Noticing the oddity in Reine's attitude, Shidou obediently followed her instructions,
walking out of the room with Yoshino. In the end, he said "I'll leave Kotori to you.",
giving a deep bow.
After that, he walked towards the bottom of the ship——towards the door where the
transfer unit was located.
"......Make Kotori, fall in love......huh."

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At a volume where Yoshino, who was beside him, could not hear, Shidou muttered
to himself.
If he does not do so, Kotori would not be Kotori anymore. ......However.
To make Kotori. To make his little sister. To let that violent and headstrong
Commander Itsuka Kotori, fall in love.
After repeating it once more, he realized that this was a mission of the highest
difficulty.

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Chapter 7: Kotori Conference

What filled her vision was a scene as though she had seen hell itself.
The usual residences and streets were engulfed in a sea of crimson flames. Whether
it was the houses that were parallel to each other, the trees that were located on her
usual way to school or the vegetation in the park, everything that was flammable
was being burned by those flickering flames without exception, one by one they
were reduced to charcoal and ashes.
Accompanied with the loud crackling sound of the massive conflagration, were the
screams and footsteps of escaping humans, and occasionally, a loud sound akin to
an explosion would be heard.
"What……is this……?"
Witnessing a scene that was so surreal, Origami could only let out a dazed sound.
A meaningless action. She did not move when she said those words, it was
obviously not a wise thing to do.
However, one should not criticize her for doing such a foolish act. It would be too
much to expect a twelve year old girl to quickly understand the current situation.
That's because on her return trip after buying groceries, the streets that she saw
before she went off had completely turned into something different. She could only
kneel down on the spot as Origami tried to calm down.
Suddenly——At this moment, Origami's eyes snapped open.
(Dad, Mom……!)
That's right. Dad and Mom should still be at home.
The instant she remembered, Origami immediately threw down the bags she was
holding, sprinting back home.
Even if a small kid ran over she wouldn't be able to do anything, moreover they
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unable to make such a deduction. She could only sprint down the streets which had
greatly changed since a few hours ago.
After several minutes, Origami who had finally made it back home had her face
painted with an expression of despair. Origami's house was wrapped in the same
crimson flames like the other houses and she could barely make out black shadows
within the flames.
(How can this, happen……)
It was not like she did not think of it. But even so, until she sees them with her own
eyes, Origami still clung to that fragment of hope. However, it's impossible like this
——
(——!?)
After that, Origami's shoulders gave a jolt. The door to her home, was kicked aside
from the inside.
And from there, her father with his forehead full of sweat, walked out while
carrying her mother.
(! Dad! Mom!)
Origami desperately shouted at the top of her voice, shouting for the two of them.
(Y, you've come back, Origami!?)
(Are you hurt? It's dangerous here. Hurry up and escape!)
Saying that, her father extended his hand towards her and walked closer.
Origami was delighted by the fact that the two of them were alive. Tears streamed
down from her face and she sniffed a few times. Following that, she stretched out
her hand in order to grasp her father's hand——
(————Eh?)
Suddenly, Origami made such a sound, as though something had happened.
The instant Origami stretched out her hand, light seemed to shoot down from the
heavens.

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A strong shockwave followed, and Origami's body was thrown into the air.
(Ah……!)
After flying several meters and hitting a mud wall, she coughed a few times. A rib
must have broken, causing her sides to hurt a lot.
It was painful enough for her to break out in tears. However, she was more
concerned about her parents' safety. She was barely able to resist the tears, turning to
look at where she flew from.
——However, there was no one left. The ground where Origami's two parents were
standing on had been gouged out, turning into something like a mini-volcano.
As though wriggling, she inched closer.
After that.
(Ah, aa……ah……Aaaaaaaaah——)
Looking at what used to be her parents on the ground that was gouged away,
Origami's teeth gave off chattering sounds.
Her eyes felt an overwhelming sense of dizziness. A feeling as though the world had
been twisted. A crimson world that was slowly dyed in the black and grey colors of
despair was corroding Origami's consciousness.
Why. How. Meaningless questions floating around her head, continuously
circulating as she could not get an answer.
(——)
Origami raised her head. That light that burned her parents to death. To determine
its origin.
And then……her body, was once again unable to move.
(An Ang——el……)
Dazedly muttering in a low voice. Over there was——an Angel.
Of course, she realized that it was something that should not exist in this world. But
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existence before her, that was a fact.
Pain blurred her vision, she was unable to properly see clearly, but that thing in the
air definitely had a human shape.
Floating in the air as though surveying the burning streets, a slender outline. ——It
was probably, a young girl.
That figure used her hand to touch her head, causing her body to slightly tremble.
That was, instead of lamenting——it looked more like she was mocking them.
(It was you, huh……)
——To Dad, and Mom.
The latter half of her words were unable to even come out from her throat. She
tightly clenched her bleeding fists, grinding her teeth, hatefully staring at the angel
that was dancing amongst the sea of flames, letting out a voice that was full of curse
and hatred.
(I, won't forgive you……! Kill……I will kill you……! I——will definitely……!)

At this moment, Tobiichi Origami regained consciousness, opening her two eyes in
surprise.
"……, ……"
Although she had been sleeping the whole time, her breathing was erratic.
After Origami sat up, she took deep breaths to get her rapid heartbeats under
control. Air with a slight hint of disinfectant circulated inside her nose and lungs.
Having gotten her breathing under control, Origami slowly looked around,
reaffirming her surroundings.
A white ceiling, white walls. From the corner of her eye, she saw a rack that was
probably used to hang an I.V. drip.

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Immediately she realized that she had been sleeping in the JSDF hospital where she
usually got medical care. Furthermore, it was a personal room specially prepared
for her.
"…………"
Wordlessly, she wiped her forehead. Her head had been carefully wrapped in
bandages, but it had gotten wet due to perspiration as she slept. Of course, other
bandages aside from her head as well as her hospital clothes were wet as well.
Origami loosened her clothing, letting them dry.
Usually there shouldn't be this much perspiration during sleep……It could be,
because of the dream that she had just now.
Five years ago. The scene where Origami's parents died.
The name of the existence which she had mistaken for an angel, was soon known to
her.
Special biological calamities, spirits. A huge conflagration was single-handedly
created by that nonhuman existence.
However——This nightmare had not occurred for a long time already. Why did she
suddenly have it again?
"——!"
Remembering this fact, Origami held her breath.
Recalling why was she here.
"Shidou……!"
Calling out the name of her lover. That's right. Origami had been battling with a
spirit on the rooftop, Tokisaki Kurumi——she had lost consciousness after being
pinned down.
She was extremely concerned about the safety of Shidou and Mana, as well as
Kurumi's motives (there was a lifeform that one would have mistaken for as
garbage, but it would be better if she did not notice it at all). Since Origami
survived, the probability that the others are alright is high……However she could
not deduce any further. In any case, she needed information.

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Origami closed her eyes trying to search for her memories before she passed out
——Recalling that moment, she gulped.
While Origami was pinned down by Kurumi's clones, as Kurumi walked closer to
Shidou.
From the sky, an unbelievable object appeared.
"The Spirit……of Flame……!"
Origami recalled that figure that was reflected into her eyes, speaking in a voice that
was dyed in hatred.
The Spirit of Flames. Codename <Efreet>[4B 1]. Five years ago, the spirit who set
fire to the residential district Nankou-machi.
——Appearing in front of Origami's eyes was the spirit who killed her parents.
"I've found you. Finally……"
For five years she had searched non-stop for her enemy. With the aim of killing the
target of her revenge even if it meant risking her life doing so. Even though it was
coincidental, Origami had finally found it.
Her heart beat rapidly and her breathing that was under control after much difficulty
had once again become ragged. Her sorrowful wish was finally coming true, and
feelings akin to ecstasy raced through her head.
But……why, there was something amiss. The spirit of flames who appeared on the
rooftop——<Efreet>'s face, compared to that of five years ago, was somehow
different.
But what was the problem. Even though she frantically pondered, but she could not
figure out why. Origami thought for a few minutes before raising her head and
getting off the bed. Wearing the slippers that had been set aside, she stood up.
It can't be helped if she can't think of it now. Since Origami was moved into here,
that must mean that Mana should also be inside the hospital. If she's here, she might
know more in-depth information.
Origami ignored the slight dizziness as she stepped forward——but stumbled back
onto the bed due to the drip that was still on her arm.

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"It should be……here."
Shidou compared the map to the massive building in front of him, lightly muttering.
The words [JSDF Tenguu Hospital] were written. Looks like this is the correct
place.
"That girl……I really hope she's okay……"
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have suffered severe damage.
He heard that she had been transferred into the nearest JSDF's hospital, so he
specially came to visit.
Entering the door, he walked up to the reception counter.
"Excuse me……"
"How do you do, is this your first time here? Normally you would require a
recommendation……"
When Shidou began a conversation, the female receptionist spoke.
"Ah, no. I'm here to visit. May I ask where is the room Takamiya Mana is currently
at?"
"Takamiya-san? May I ask if you are a family member?"
"That is……yes, that's right."

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Shidou mumbled as he nodded.
That's correct. Takamiya Mana is Shidou's real sister. ……She should be.
While Shidou did not have an exact memory, Mana herself insisted that she can't be
wrong……If he were to deny it here there's no doubt that he would be questioned
about their relationship. It's better to just agree for now.
"Please hold on for a moment."
The female receptionist manipulated the computer with experienced hands.
After several seconds, she widened her eyes in surprise, looking at Shidou once
more.
"That is……I'm really sorry, Takamiya Mana-san is currently in a special treatment
room. We have to reject all visitors."
"Eh……!?"
Shidou involuntarily let out a sound.
"Is, is she in danger?"
"Who knows……They don't release detailed information to us……"
"However if it's family then I have the right to——"
"I'm extremely sorry……Currently for the treatment of Takamiya Mana-san we are
using extremely special equipment and it is against regulations for us to explain
them to outsiders……"
"How can this……then may I please ask of you a favor? At least let me take a
look……"
"E, even if you say it like that……"
The receptionist made a troubled face. And then——at that instant.
"——Shidou?"
From Shidou's back, a familiar voice called out. Turning around in wonder, he saw
over there a girl in a patient's robe, leaning on an IV drip stand.

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"Origami?"
That's right. His classmate Tobiichi Origami was standing right there.
Long hair extending to her shoulder, a girl with a rather attractive doll-like face.
Her forehead was wrapped in bandages, plasters were pasted onto her slender limbs.
Origami looked at Shidou's face, breathing a sigh of relief. Despite having no
change in expression, it felt as though she finally relaxed.
"Are you alright?"
"……Nn, nn."
How to put it, to have someone directly ask and worry about himself, he felt
somewhat embarrassed. He scratched his face and turned his face aside.
However Origami continued to scrutinize Shidou's face while continuing to speak.
"What about Yatogami Tohka?"
"——!?"
He got a shock due to Origami's words, once again turning his face towards
Origami.
It was understandable. Tohka and Origami, they would definitely argue the moment
they see each other. To think that Origami would be concerned for Tohka as well.
It could be that Origami had finally recognized her as a classmate and is finally
willing to understand Tohka. He felt happy somehow. Shidou exaggeratedly nodded
his head.
"Nn, Tohka is alright as well."
"Tch."
"Eh?"
"It's nothing."
For an instant, the cool Tobiichi-ojousama had shown an expression that was not
hers, but he was definitely thinking too much. Determined that it was so, Shidou

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bitterly smiled.
"B, but, why are you here. The patient wards should be one floor up right?"
Origami's gaze did not shift as she replied.
"In order, to know Mana's ward. ——And Shidou?"
"Nn……So that's why. I'm the same, I came here to visit Mana."
"I see. To visit?"
"Nn, nn, that's right."
"Only Mana?"
"……That is……A, also to visit Origami……"
"Is that so."
Origami's expression remained unchanged as she spoke. But why, it somehow feels
like her mood has improved. ……His conscience hurt a little.
"Well then, where's Mana warded at?"
"Ah, nn……from what they said, she's currently in surgery, therefore we are not
allowed to meet. So right now I can only ask of her to……"
"……, if it's like that, then waiting would probably be useless."
"Eh?"
"Even though I can't explain in detail, but they should be using extremely secret
equipment to conduct the surgery. No one is allowed to meet her until she is moved
to a common ward. You would be restrained if you attempt to enter by force."
"……"
Shidou's eyebrow twitched. Highly classified equipment. That would most likely be
the Realizer for medical purposes. Reine had indeed mentioned that they would be
used in this hospital.
The Realizer that has the technology to turn imagination into reality was the

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country's highest secret. Hence it was understandable that there would be such a
reaction.
"……I understand, I'll come back tomorrow."
After Origami nodded, no further words were exchanged. ……She just kept staring
into Shidou's eyes.
A long period of time was spent in silence.
It was disastrous to be standing right in the middle of the hospital's hallway,
although he understood that doing so would bring inconvenience to everyone, but
how do you put it, he had lost the opportunity to do so.
Sweat kept pouring from his face as he squeezed out a line with much difficulty?
"U, um……Origami? Aren't you going back to your room?"
"I'm returning."
"I, is that so. Then I should go back too……"
And then, as Shidou was intending to walk out of the entrance, Origami suddenly
*Pata!*, bent her knees and fell to the floor.
"Ori, Origami!? Are you okay?"
Hastily crouching down, he grabbed her by the shoulders and helped her up. It
seemed that she hurt herself when she fell down, her nose and forehead were red.
Because of the exaggerated fall, the staff and patients around them made expressions
of extreme shock. However Origami seemed unfazed by the ruckus caused by the
crowd, looking at Shidou.
"I can't return to my room by myself."
"…………"
"Accompany me back."
"……That's……"
"Accompany me back."

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"……I, I got it already."
Shidou nodded in surrender.
"Then……can you walk by yourself, Origami?"
"It's difficult."
"……Is that so. Then wait for me. I'll go borrow a wheelchair."
After that, as Shidou planned to stand up, Origami tugged at a corner of his
clothing,
"Uu, is something the matter?"
"I don't like wheelchairs."
"Eh? Why?"
"I will get carsick."
"…………"
Will someone get carsick from a moving wheelchair in the flat hallway of a
hospital?...What exactly is an AST member that is used to flying around with a CR-
Unit talking about? Although there were a lot of things that he wanted to ask, Shidou
decided not to talk about that for the moment.
"Th, then what should I do?"
"Carry me."
"Haa?"
Unable to imagine that those words came out from Origami's mouth, Shidou
couldn't help but question back.
No, actually this solution had already been within his expectations……But how to
put it, he never imagined that it would be suggested by that Tobiichi Origami.
"Carry me."
"Th, that's……"

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"Carry me."
"…………Alright."
Realizing that resistance was futile, Shidou turned his back to Origami. In an instant,
Origami lightly got up, pressing herself into Shidou's back. It was hard to imagine
that she was feeling dizzy just now after seeing her nimble movements. It might be
more honest to say that his back had been possessed than to say that he carried her.
"Uu……"
Carrying Kotori who fell asleep in the living room had been a daily chore, so he
was used to carrying girls……But as expected, this somehow felt different. Aside
from the slightly greater weight than Kotori, a softness unique to girls was
accurately transmitted. ——To put it in words, it somehow feels that she was being
closer than she needed to be.
"……Origami? I, I think you're using too much strength there?"
"Nothing of the sort."
Saying that, Origami clung even tighter. Her breasts,which was covered by a thin
patient's gown, were forcefully pressing themselves into Shidou's back.
"Uu, gu……"
In an objective point of view, Origami's development could not be said to be doing
particularly well……However its close combat capabilities were terrifying. Shidou
felt his face burning, and frantically shook his head in order to maintain
consciousness, single-handedly pushing the IV drip stand connected to Origami's
wrist.
"Th, then……Origami. Where's your room?"
"The west building. Third floor. Room Number 305."
"Okay——I understand."
Shidou nodded to show his understanding, and started to walk while pushing the IV
drip stand with one hand.
Following the directory sign, walking past the hallway between the middle building

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and the west building. After that——
"Waaah!?"
When they were about to reach the connecting hallway, Shidou made a girl-like
sound.
Origami's fingers were moving erratically, moving around Shidou's body as though
trying to lick his entire body.
"Ori, Origami. It's itchy……"
"Is that so."
Saying that, Origami's fingers finally stopped. Breathing out a sigh of relief, once
again he started to walk.
Reaching the west building, they took the elevator to the third floor, walking
forwards as per Origami's instructions.
Some time later, it was his nape that was being teased.

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However, Origami's two arms were still wrapped around Shidou's neck. Shidou felt
that something was off as he frowned. ——The reason was quickly discovered:
accompanied with the sound of breathing, there was a feeling of someone breathing
down his neck.
"Ori, Origami……!?"
Hu—Ha—Hu—Ha—.
"Wait a moment……"
Hu—Ha—Hu—Ha—
"Hey hey……."
Showing a troubled expression, he turned his head around. However.
"Hyi!?"
At this instant the back of his neck felt something that was beyond his expectation
and Shidou couldn't help but jolt.
Even though her two hands are not moving, but Shidou's spine felt as though it was
being stroked, a tickling sensation.
"What!? What did she just do to me!?"
Shidou finally got his chaotic brain under control, sprinting to the designated Ward
number 305 and placing Origami on the bed that was inside.
"…………"
After Origami was deftly put down, she licked the region around her lips for some
reason.
"Haa……, Haa……"
Even though he had only walked for a short distance and Origami's weight couldn't
be considered to be that heavy, he felt abnormally tired. Shidou leaned on the wall
for quite a while as he readjusted his breathing.
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calmed.
It was a room that had white as its main theme. In a space of roughly three tsubo, a
bed, cabinet, television and chairs were furnished, there was probably a previous
visitor as the vase on top of the cabinet had flowers in it and the basket had apples
placed inside.
"That……Then, Origami. I should be leaving now."
Then, as Shidou said that, Origami's stomach began to grumble.
"? You haven't had your meal?"
Origami nodded in reply.
"That so……Should I help you get a nurse over?"
"…………"
However Origami suddenly raised her head, taking the apple that was placed on the
cabinet.
And then, taking the fruit knife that was also placed inside the basket, handed them
both to Shidou.
"Peel it for me."
"Eh? Aaah……alright."
He has no reason to reject her demand if it was just this. Shidou sat on a nearby
round stool, accepting the apple and fruit knife, placing that basket on his knees and
then started to peel the apples.
To Shidou who frequently cooked in the kitchen, this was an extremely easy task.
Not even a minute was spent to divide the apple into eighths and then to line them up
on a nearby plate.
"Alright, will this do now?"
Saying that, he passed the plate over to her. However Origami did not seemed
satisfied, shaking her head left to right and did not extend her hand for the plate.
"? Why, Origami?"

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"Feed me."
"Wha……"
Shidou stopped moving with his hands still trapped in the action of handing over the
plate and his shoulders trembled for a moment. However he could not remain so
wretched any longer. Faking a cough, he opened his mouth.
"No…..You are able to do that at least this right?"
"I've been told to avoid strenuous activities."
"But you were walking around freely with that drip stand of yours just now."
Origami ignored Shidou's words, opening her mouth with an "Ah——"
"……, really now……I guess I don't have a choice."
Picking up a piece of apple whilst sighing, he brought it to Origami's mouth. Then
Origami twitched her eyebrows as though she was genuinely surprised.
"If you can't move your hands then at least move your mouth——"
"……! Don!"
It somehow feels that his words were left unheard. That's because Origami suddenly
bit into the apple, forcibly ending his sentence.

Origami looked at Shidou as she ate half of the apple piece, chewing away and
swallowing it down. She seemed to be wanting the remaining half in Shidou's hand,
her mouth once again opening up.
"Uh, here you go."
And then, once Shidou handed out the apple slice——Origami, in one large bite,
held it in her mouth along with Shidou's fingers.
"Uu!?"
This was totally beyond his expectations. He involuntarily made a sound in shock.
"Ha, haha……are you a natural airhead?"

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Shidou gave a weak smile, letting go of the apple in Origami's mouth and
withdrawing his fingers. In that instant, Shidou's wrist was tightly held, preventing it
from being withdrawn.
"Eh……? Eheh!?"
"…………"
Ignoring Shidou's surprised screams, Origami held his wrist tight and started to lick
Shidou's fingers. *Lick* *Lick lick* *Lick lick lick* *Suck suck* *Kiss* *Suck*
"Hey, hey, Origami……! No, wait, really——Ori, Origami-san!?"
Shidou yelled in a high-pitched voice and his hands started to flail about in panic,
finally escaping from Origami's hands. Shidou's fingers and Origami's lips that had
been connected till just now, a glistening thread of saliva extended out ……What an
erotic scene, Shidou's face couldn't help but turn red.
"Thank you for the meal."
Origami wiped her mouth and put her hands together, lowering her head in a bow.
Shidou wiped his hands while his face had perspiration all over.
"Is……it okay now?"
Shidou had just ended his sentence when Origami pointed to the top of the cabinet.
"That."
"Uh?"
Looking in the direction Origami had pointed. There was a simple electronic
thermometer placed.
"I need to take my temperature."
"Aaah, is that so."
Shidou took the thermometer, handing it to Origami. However, Origami did not
reach out and take it.
"Uh, what's wrong? Didn't you want to take your temperature?"

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"It's difficult to do it by myself. I hope you can help me."
"Haa?"
Shidou frowned as he questioned back.
"N, no no no. Don't you have to just place it under your arm?"
"Excessive exercise."
"……Alright alright, I understand."
Somehow it feels like he's being taken for a ride, but it can't be helped. Shidou
sighed as he took out the thermometer from its packaging.
"Now that you said it……how exactly am I supposed to help take your temperature.
There's actually nothing I can do right?"
"You sit over here."
After Shidou questioned in surprise, Origami, *Don Don*, patted the bed.
"Ah? Aaah……"
Shidou tilted his head and sat at his designated spot, Origami got up, sitting in front
of Shidou as though she was being hugged from behind by him. It was coincidental
that their positions were now completely opposite from just now.
"! Ori, Origami……?"
He could vaguely see her snow-white nape moving closer to his face from the gaps
between her hair. Shidou's eyes started to wander.
However Origami did not mind at all as she undid the buttons of her gown,
revealing her chest.
"……!? Wh, whwhwhwhwhwhwhwhwhwhat are you doing Origami!?"
"When Tokisaki Kurumi transferred into our school, Shidou you were attracted to
her by her actions."
"Eh……Eh?"

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"I've deduced that being aggressive is effective."
Origami muttered to herself, grabbing Shidou's right hand that was holding onto the
thermometer. And after that, she slowly guided it to her left armpit.
"——Stick it inside, Shidou."
"…………!?"
"The thermometer."
Although they were not talking about anything indecent, Shidou somehow felt
extremely embarrassed.
"No, this, as expected this kind of thing is……"
"If you can't then please help wipe my body down and help me change——"
"I'll do it! It would be great if I could take your temperature for you!"
"Is that so."
Origami seemed a bit down as she nodded, turning her head back to the front.
Shidou took a deep gulp, moving the trembling hand holding the thermometer
closer to Origami's armpit.
"……!"
Then, the instant the thermometer's tip touched her skin, Origami's entire body
quivered.
"Are, are you alright, Origami?"
"It's fine. It was just a bit...cold."
"Is, that,so……"
Rearranging his feelings, the thermometer once again moved.
"……, Ah——, ……Uh——"
Each time, Origami would make a soft sound that could only be heard from his
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The usual Origami would definitely never give voice to such a gentle and seductive
sound. Each time it reverberated in his eardrums, Shidou's brain cells ascended to
heaven by the thousands.
"Uh……Shidou, even——deeper, a little."
"……Um, excuse me."
"If, you……did not, stick it in properly……then you can't……properly, measure it."
"Oh, oh……"
It was just taking her temperature, then why, why did he feel like he had just done
something that he should not have. It must be his imagination. It has got to be his
imagination.
Shidou started to mentally recite the Prajna Paramita Sutra[4B 2] (even though the
content was jumbled) to calm his chaotic mind and he stuck the thermometer inside
Origami's armpit.
"Uuuh……"
Instantly, Origami trembled for a moment, arching her body.
After that, Origami's breathing became more rapid.
"Ori, Ooooooooooorigami……?"
"——Please stick it in, tighter."
"Ma, may I ask…..w……why?"
"The thermometer……will fall."
"Ah……That is, nn……that's right."
Despite Shidou putting it that way, he exerted more strength in order to let
Origami's armpit hold the thermometer more tightly.
That's right, he would be unable to accurately measure her temperature if the
thermometer falls off and an error occurs, that was something that can't be avoided.
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puny human like Shidou.
Arms, chest, stomach, Origami's softness and body temperature were transferred
without exception. And a faint smell of sweat wafted from her neck into Shidou's
nostrils. It somehow feels like someone had opened his skull and stirred up the
contents, resulting in him not understanding anything anymore.
——,And then, at this moment the refreshing beeping sound of the thermometer
rang out and brought Shidou's consciousness back to reality.
"Ha!"
His confused eyes sprung open and he took out the thermometer from Origami's
armpit.
"Ah……"
At this point Origami's body trembled once more, but he tried to distract himself by
looking at the numbers on the thermometer.
"36.2 degrees……I, it's normal."
"……Is that so."
Origami said with a tinge of regret, buttoning up her front with slow movements.
After which, she turned around to look at Shidou once more.
"Shidou."
"Wh, what is it……?"
"You're very……skilled."
"……, I, is is is is, that so."
Shidou did not have a clue as to what he was skilled in, but he felt that he would be
even more troubled if he asked for an explanation so he nodded his head and
replied.
"Th, then……I'll go back now. Origami, you have to take care of yourself."
Shidou moved his body, maneuvering his body around Origami's back and getting
off the bed. Just like that, he headed for the door. However,

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"——One last thing, is that okay?"
Origami voiced out from behind him.
"……What is it?"
He could sense a foreboding bad omen, asking in reply. What kind of request is it
this time. ——However, Origami said something unexpected.
"Yesterday. I hope you can tell me about what happened after our battle with
Tokisaki Kurumi. ——There should be another spirit that came from the sky.
Wearing an Astral Dress that looks like a kimono, the spirit that uses flames."
"————"
Shidou involuntarily held his breath.
An alarm bell started to sound in his head. Origami was definitely asking about
Kotori.
"Do you remember?"
"……Ah, aaah."
Shidou hesitated for a moment, before nodding his head.
Although it was a bit blurry, but since Origami had seen Kotori, there's no meaning
in hiding it. More accurately if Shidou said that he did not see a spirit, it would be
extremely suspicious.
Shidou couldn't tell if Origami had noticed his panic. She continued to speak in a
calm voice.
"At that time, before I was knocked out by Tokisaki Kurumi, losing my
consciousness. ——No matter how fine the details, I hope that you will be able to
tell me about the location of that spirit of flames."
"No……that, how do I put it, because I was knocked out too, so I'm not too sure
about the details."
"……, is that so. If you do remember something, I hope you will tell me
immediately."

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Hearing Shidou's words, Origami sighed in relief.
"Oh, oh……"
Shidou nodded, but he felt an indescribable sense of unease.
Origami was an AST member. Taking down spirits is their mission. So wanting to
know information about newly appeared spirits is understandable…… But how to
put it, there seems to be something wrong with Origami.
"Why do you want to know about that spirit so much……"
"That is because."
Origami's words were cut off at this point, softly biting on her lip as she continued.
"Do you remember about what I said before?"
"About before……?"
"About my parents being murdered by spirits."
"——, aaah……I remember."
Shidou nodded to indicate his acceptance. He would never forget. The reason for
Origami's hatred for spirits, hatred for the calamity that kills the world. That was,
the incident five years ago.
"Five years ago. The one that triggered that large fire at the residential district at
Nankou-machi, the spirit that burned my parents. ——It was, that spirit of flames."
"Wha——"
Shidou was speechless.
Placing his hand on his stomach, a feeling as though his lungs would scrunch up
every time he inhales. His breathing became more pained with each breath and an
urge to throw up surged in his stomach.
Taking a deep breath, breathing it out. He repeated it once more, thinking about what
Origami had said. ——However, Shidou's mind could only find chaos and unease.
Origami, she definitely did say it before.

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The spirit of flames killed her parents.

——Kotori, killed her parents.

"——,Always, I've always been searching. Always, endlessly searching."
It seems like she did not noticed Shidou's confused look, Origami continued to
speak.
"I just happened to find it. I finally found it.
Kill it. Kill it. I must kill it. Using, my own two hands.
I've spent these five years only for this.
For this instance, I joined the AST.
For this instance, I obtained the Realizer unit.
For this instance, I've honed my movements and skills.
All of that, was so that I can take down the criminal.
All of that, was so that I can confront the spirit of flames.
All of that, was so that I can kill <Efreet>."
With a forcefulness that could not be usually imagined, Origami continuously
spewed out curses.
Her expressions were dry. Her voice was flat. She did not make any exaggerated
gestures. However even if it was like that, her words were dripping with venom and
hatred that would make people who heard them shudder.
<Efreet>. That should be the codename given to Kotori who had turned into a spirit.
——Five years ago. Then, it was indeed a match with what Kotori had said.

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"But, how can that be, don't tell me……that girl——"
"? Do you know something?"
Origami tilted her head. Shidou hastily shook his head left to right.
"No, no……That's not the case."
"Is that so."
Once Origami said that, she began to avoid Shidou's gaze. Instantly, Shidou felt as
though his shoulders had lost strength as though they had been released from their
bonds. However, he did not intend to end the topic right here. Shidou was hesitant as
he started to speak.
"Ori, Origami."
"What is it?"
"If you can't talk about it then forget it……But if possible, I hope that you can at
least tell me a little more about the spirit from five years ago? B, because, I think I
might be able to remember something from that……"
As Shidou said that, Origami seemed to agree as she nodded.
"That day. I was on my way back from buying groceries——"
Origami started her story with a calm voice. The fact that her parents, who were
thrown into that disaster, were originally alive. However, the spirit appeared, killing
her parents in front of Origami's eyes. Because of her blurry consciousness and
vision, she was unable to determine her identity. Not long after she found out about
the spirit who was the cause of that disaster——<Efreet>.
It was already five years since it happened, however her words had not stopped even
once. ——It was as though, she had experienced it just yesterday.
"…………"
Listening till the end, Shidou's heartbeat accelerated as though he was annoyed.
That's because, the information that Shidou was expecting, was not heard from
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Meaning to say——That spirit was totally different from Kotori.
To Shidou, the possibility of Kotori killing Origami's two parents, was definitely
zero.
"——That was how it was."
Only that, before hearing that vital piece of information, Origami's account ended.
Shidou felt like falling down and he took a step towards Origami.
A little. Even just a little is fine. Wanting to obtain evidence that Kotori was not the
criminal, he asked her a question.
"Is, is there anything else……? That, compared to the spirit that you saw yesterday
——"
However, just at that moment.
"——This announcement is made for those who are still visiting. Today's visiting
hours have ended. Everybody who are still in the hospital, please leave as soon as
possible. Repeating once again——"
An announcement rang from the direction of the hallway, cutting off Shidou's
sentence.
"What is it?"
Origami tilted her head, wishing to hear Shidou's question once more. However,
Shidou calmly shook his head.
"It, it's nothing——nothing at all. Take care of yourself, Origami."
Origami nodded her head in reply. Shidou hastily left the ward before she could
speak to him once more.
There should still be a few more minutes till visiting hours ended.
However, Shidou was unable to ask again. Although it was true that he was affected
by the announcement. But, Shidou himself knew why he didn't ask Origami once
more.
——He, was definitely, afraid.

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——From Origami's mouth, the evidence that the spirit that had appeared five years
ago was actually Kotori.
"…………"
He tried not to make any sound when closing the door, turned towards the hallway
and started to walk.
Despite being in the corridor of a hospital. It was also dangerous, so he could not
walk too quickly.
However, it was as though he was at a loss of what to do, his footsteps naturally
quickened in pace. In order to rein in his rapid heartbeat he placed his hand to his
chest and his shoes made clattering sounds.
"……"
After that. The only thing that made Shidou, who did not intend to stop until he left
the hospital, stop was the handphone that suddenly vibrated in his pocket.
Speaking of which, when he entered the hospital, he had forgotten to turn his
handphone off. Hastily walking out of the hospital, he took out his handphone from
his pocket and answered the call.
"Yes……Hello?"
"……Hello, is this Shin?"
"Reine?"
Due to his haste in answering he did not have time to determine the caller, but
because of that sleepy voice as well as that ‘Shin' nickname, it caused him to
immediately know the identity of the caller. ……Even though they had already
known each other for quite some time already, Reine still did not manage to
remember Shidou's name.
"……Aaah. Are you done visiting Mana?"
"Ah……Yes. Well, I should be."
"……? What a vague answer."

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"That is, it's actually being processed, I can't visit her yet."
"……Hmm, is that so."
Saying that, Reine replied in a low, pained voice.
"? Is there something wrong?"
"……No, there's nothing. That aside, Shin, are you able to come back to <Fraxinus>
immediately? It's about Kotori……"
"……!"
The name that Reine had spoken caused Shidou to go speechless.
Kotori's look before he left <Fraxinus> and Origami's words mixed together and
caused his insides to feel extremely painful.
"D, did something happen to Kotori!?"
"……No, that's not the case. The reason for meeting, is to open up a strategy
meeting."
"Strategy meeting?"
Shidou frowned as he asked, Reine replied, "……Aaah.".
"……Shin, it can be said to be extremely difficult for you to conquer Kotori……But
in this case, you have an extremely large advantage compared to that of Tohka's and
Yoshino's."
"Advantage……huh?"
"……Aaah. There's a simple reason why. She is different from the spirits that
suddenly appeared from nowhere, the target for our conquest is one who has been
with you and us for an extremely long time. Her hobbies, things that she likes, the
places that she frequents, the objects that she wants……etc etc. The information that
we have on hand is incomparable to that of other spirits. ……Also, there is still one
day left, the time to construct our battle plan has also been decided. We can't make
use of it well if you don't attend."
"Y, you're right."

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It was right when she said it. It was true that the difficulty of conquering Kotori in
commander mode can be said to be unfathomable, however if you only look at the
personal information on hand, it was indeed incomparable. On various levels, she
could be said to be the easiest target to attack.

"Therefore, I've gathered the crew members who understood what happened to
Kotori and we are going to engage in a discussion for the date two days later, Shin
you have to join us."
That was obvious. Shidou vigorously nodded his head.
"I understand. If I can contribute, please let me help as well."
"Thanks for your help. ——Then <Fraxinus> will pick you up. May I ask that you
return home first?"
"Yes, I understand. ——Ah, Reine."
"……Uh? Is something the matter?"
"I just……would like to ask, even though it was five years ago. Kotori she——"
"……Kotori she?"
Reine asked back. It's just that, Shidou once again reflected on the words said earlier.
It could be because he did not think it through about the things that he wanted to ask
——Or perhaps he was hesitant to ask Reine, Kotori's subordinate and friend about
such an accusation.
"......No, it's nothing."
"......? Is that so. Then, I'll see you later."
Saying that, Reine hung up. Shidou wordlessly pressed the button and placed his
handphone back into his pocket, walking forward with heavy footsteps.

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"shidou!"
Shidou used <Fraxinus>'s transfer unit to move into the ship's interior, and there
Reine stood as well as Tohka, who probably had not changed her clothes yet and
was waiting while wearing the same military uniform as Reine.
"I, isn't this Tohka. You're awa——"
Not waiting for Shidou to finish his sentence, Tohka immediately pounced onto him.
"U, uwa!"
Surprised by the sudden action, his whole body stiffened. Tohka did not seem to
mind at all as she wrapped her arms around Shidou's neck and tightly squeezed.
"Nuu! shidou! You were alright! That's great!"
"Uu……it's all thanks to you."
Bitterly smiling as he lightly tapped her shoulders, indicating that it was about time
to let go. Tohka, "Uuh", softly muttering, realizing Shidou's intentions and was
about to leave——
"……Uu?"
When she felt something suspicious as she frowned and once again brought her face
near Shidou's neck.
As though trying to detect a scent, her nose did not stop sniffing.
"Wh, what's wrong? Is something the matter Tohka?"
"No……It's just that there was an unpleasant smell. I wonder why……It should be a
smell that is pleasant to the nose, but when I smelled it, it made me feel sick, or
maybe angry would be a better word for it……Aaah, that's right, it is almost the
same as Tobiichi Origami's smell."
Tohka said that with a straight face. What an amazing sense of smell. Shidou's heart
was about to jump right out.

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"——! Is, isisisisisn't that just your imagination……?"
"Uu……is that so. It should be. The fact that Shidou's body had Tobiichi Origami's
smell, why did I think about that. Unless Shidou had carried that girl, that smell
would never be left on you."
"……! Th, that's right. That kind of thing would never happen."
"……That's enough with the small talk, Shin."
And then, Reine who had been in a corner looking at Shidou and Tohka, slowly
shook her head as she spoke. Looking as sleepy as always, she gave off a feeling
like she would fall asleep at any moment.
"Ah……Yes, I'm sorry."
"……Mm, then follow me. Tohka, can you please play with Yoshino for a while?"
"Uu? Can't I stay with shidou?"
Tohka's eyebrows were knitted into a "八" as she stared at Shidou and his chest felt
like it was being squeezed——but since it was a strategy meeting on conquering
Kotori, it would be best if Tohka didn't know about this.
"Tohka, sorry. I have something to take care of."
"Uuu……I understand."
Although Tohka pouted her lips, but she still obediently left.
"……Alright, then let's go."
Saying that, Reine shakily started walking. Shidou hastily ran after her silhouette.
Passing through corridors that he had never walked before, they finally arrived in
front of a massive door. As Reine stood in front of the door, a beeping sound
sounded out and the large door opened by itself.
"……Then, go right in."
There was a wide space inside. The centre of the room was furnished with a large
round table and quite a number of crew members had already been seated. Looks
like this place was used for strategy meetings.

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"……Let's look for an empty seat."
Reine shakily walked into the house, sitting down inside an empty seat. Shidou
mimicked Reine and sat down beside her. Looking to his side, there was a mini
crystal display and keypad. Looks like every seat have been installed with those
facilities.
And then, the man sitting at the head seat made a cough and immediately stood up.
Long hair reaching his back, a face that was not as deep-set as that of a Japanese. It
was a man that one would normally find in the books of Shoujo manga.
Kannazuki Kyouhei. He was the Vice-commander of the airship <Fraxinus> and at
the same time he was also the vice-commander of the active battle division. Now that
Kotori was currently in a quarantined area, he was effectively the next-in-command.
"It's great to have you all gathered here, everyone. Due to the urgency of events,
please let me take the place of the Commander, I, Kannazuki will be hosting this
meeting. ——Shidou-kun, it is indeed an honor to have your presence here."
"No, this is what I'm supposed to do."
Shidou nodded his head and Kannazuki continued with a satisfied smile.
"Well then, let's get straight into the main topic. Those who had already known about
the Commander's body, those who only found out after this incident……No matter
which one you are, please lend us your assistance. ——Today's topic is the date plan
between Commander Itsuka and Shidou-kun that is in two days time. Please reveal
all information that you hold and let us make that day an enjoyable one for our
Commander."
Saying that Kannazuki surveyed the crew members who were gathered in the room
——and took a deep breath.
"……Shin. It might be better if you covered your ears."
"Eh?"
Reine suddenly said this line, Shidou tilted his head in question. And then——
"Well then, everyone. Dear members of <Ratatoskr>. This is an important event for
the goddess whom we all love. Now is the time that we repay her kindness.

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Commander! Commander Itsuka Kotori! Our support is extremely vital! Do you all
have what it takes!?"

"OOH!"

After Kannazuki's declaration, the crew members around the round table replied
with a roar. Their terrifying shouts shook the air, the soundwaves reflected off the
walls of the room and hammered Shidou's ear drums.
"Wh, what is going on!?"
It looks like he did not notice Shidou's situation, Kannazuki continued to speak.
"Do you wish to be rewarded by our Commander!?"

"OOH!"

"Do you wish to see our Commander's smile!?"

"OOH!"

"Do you wish to crawl on the floor and have the Commander kick you hard with the
heel of her boot!?"
"Oo…..eh?"
Looks like that did not gain approval. Kannazuki made a fake cough.
"Now is the time! It's time for us to show our love! Sing it out aloud, that name we
all revere!"

"KO.TO.RI!!
KO.TO.RI!!
LO.V.E.KO.TO.RI!!"

The briefing room went into fever. This was not an order and reply, it was more
like that of an idol's performance.
"Very good! Well then let's begin with the report! Our Commander's wish, our
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in love!"
"Understood!"
Replying to Kannazuki's voice, the crew members manipulated the controls at their
side and began to input all of their data.
Shidou shook his head from side to side as his ears were still ringing.
"Wh, what just happened…..that."
"……Well, because. Everyone likes Kotori a lot."
"Haa……"
Shidou said as perspiration started to appear on his face, when suddenly a sound was
heard from the other side of the round table. It was from a thin man with streaks of
white mixed into his hair. His name seems to be——<President> Mikimoto.
"Vice-commander! I'll go first!"
"Very well, I grant you permission to speak!"
"Yes! It has to be a present above all else! As long as we know about the stuff that
she likes, it would be easier to gain her favor compared to the usual spirits! We all
know that the Commander's favorite are Chupa Chups! If we are able to make a
Chupa Chups with an original flavor and present it to the Commander——!"
"NON! Too naïve! At that level of knowledge, do you really think that would
possibly be more than the Commander's love for Chupa Chups!? Engrave it in your
heart! The thing that the other party loves the most, is the one that is the hardest to
give!"
"……! I, I'm really sorry!"
"Next!"
"Yes!"
Cfeoamtuprely winags whiist hr oKuanndn agzlausksie'ss ,o irtd werass, <thPee rnseoxnt cWrehwo mDSiumermepnsabiosensr.eB ssrte oTakoheder uDpi.m Heinss siiognnsi>ficant
Nakatsugawa.

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"From the Commander's middle school friend, I've already gotten information from
Kiotome Kana-chan, it seems that recently the Commander has become attached to
the Mister Pig game on the handphone——"
"Wait a second, where on earth did you get that information!"
Shidou involuntarily shouted out while Nakatsugawa revealed a wide smile on his
face as he gave a thumbs up.
a"Rboesutt a<sRsuartaeUtdos.s Ik'vre> ,g Ii'vvee np rhoepr esrulfyf iacciteendt ohuust hth me oronleey o ffo [ra t hpiesr,v Ie driteddn 'st traelvkeearl t hanaty wthainsg
harassing Kotori-chan]!"
"What exactly is going on!?"
"Haa……Haa……Hey, little girl, the person that was with you was your friend
right……? I, I will give you money, so can you tell me more about her……?"
"This is the wooorrrrssstt! Then again is that Kana-chan really that kind of person
who will betray her friends for money?!"
"It seems that her mother is gravely ill, she needs money no matter what. After much
deliberation she finally made her determination to do so. But then later she hugged
her pillow and cried out of guilt."
"Sorry Kana-chan I had no idea!!"
Shidou grabbed his head, the next middle-aged man——<TirBedad TMoaorr iaEgaerly>
Kawagoe stood up from his seat.
"Vice-commander, it's my turn."
"Very well, I'm looking forward to it."
"Yes. ——First of all please take a look at this. It's an image from May 2nd."
After that, Kawagoe pressed the controls near his hand. And after that the screen at
the centre of the table revealed an image of the bridge of the airship.
In the commander's seat, Kotori was seated there. It looks like work had just ended.
Kotori, "Uu……", lightly stretched, using her hands to rub her shoulders and spoke.

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"……Phew, how tiring. It would be great if I can go to the hot springs to relax once
in a while."
"……!"
That scene made every crew member who had gathered in the room raise an uproar.
"She, she said……hot springs……"
"Yes. The Commander is indeed interested in going. ——And I have a proposal to
make here."
The same time he spoke, the image on the screen changed to that of a traditional hot
springs inn.
"Granting you the peace that you have always been wishing for. Refreshing you in
both body and soul, rest that is full of freedom! Tsukimihara Hot Springs Four Days
Three Nights Tour! Using the natural hot springs, let us help the Commander relax
her shoulders and feel free!"
"S, so that's it……!"
"And, that's not all. This hot spring, when the time is right——mixed bathing is
allowed!"
"Wha……"
Once more, all crew members trembled. Kawagoe extended his two hands outwards
with a terrifying aura.
"The results of my investigations, the last time the Commander and Shidou-kun had
bathed together was already five years ago!"
"Ho, how do you guys even know about that……!"
Despite Shidou's yells, they were beautifully ignored. Kawagoe continued to speak
with burning passion.
"Even though they do not have the awareness of being siblings of the opposite
gender, Shidou-kun would naturally be attracted to his sister's sudden growth, same
goes for the Commander, she would start to have a peculiar interest in her brother's
body……! Their rationality losing out to their heightened emotions. The skin of the

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two unintentionally making contact as they realized each other's existence……! Of
course, this scene will definitely be recorded with a higher quality than the ones
taken everyday."
"Oh, oooh……"
The crew started to get excited. Although there were a few female members inside,
but for some reason they were already hyped up as though they too were excited. It
was just like, that was the original intention for the meeting.
"Welcoming the final night. The happy moments were finally coming to an end. At
this moment, the Commander finally mustered her courage and speaks. ‘……Hmph,
it's okay for us to sleep together for tonight.'."
"……! ……!"
The crew members looked uncomfortable as they fidgeted.
"Not knowing which party took the initiative to hold hands, unknowingly their
bodies stuck close to one another. And finally the lips that finally touched! Aaah, that
is something to be celebrated! Commander! This is something that we must
celebrate……!"
Kawagoe used his hand to cover his two eyes. Upon a closer look it looks like he
was crying. No, it wasn't just Kawagoe. All of the crew besides Reine, everyone
looked extremely touched as tears appeared in their eyes.
"Shidou-kun……We leave the Commander in your care……"
"I beg of you, you must let her find happiness."
"Uwawa……"
Being stared at by multiple tear-streaked faces, while feeling uncomfortable, Shidou
scratched his face.
"No, but, even if you all put it that way……"
"! What a wuss! Can you even call yourself a man!?"
"That's right! Please bear responsibility!"

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"I will never give the Commander to some guy like you!"
It somehow feels like everyone has become Kotori's father. He showed a troubled
expression as he pressed his hand on his forehead.
"Ahh but, his plan is excellent! I'll grant you a SacredS aKinto Ktootroir iMedal!"
"I will treasure it!"
Kawagoe used his fist to hit his palm, bowing in respect. Shidou looked at him,
turning to speak to Reine who was sitting beside him.
"May I ask, what exactly is a Sacr edS aKinot Ktoortoir iMedal?"
"……Badges with Kotori's photo in them made by Kannazuki."
"……Is that so."
How to put it, it was really a medal that does not need to be treasured so badly.
And then, towards the crew members that have more or less decided on the plan,
Reine voiced out.
"……However, we would go over Kotori's limit if it is four days and three nights."
"……Ah."
The crew members all widened their mouths in a daze, looking at each other.
A troubled expression appeared on their faces.
"U, uwu……It does indeed seems like that is the case. Can't we just shorten the time
period?"
"We can't! This plan's crux is to unconsciously minimize the distance between the
two people for the first two days, using the final night as the trigger……!"
"……Furthermore, Kotori's actions on the final night in your plan seem to be that of
your personal wish."
"Ah……!"
After having that pointed out by Reine, everyone held their breath.

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"Uu——Then what should we do……"
Kannazuki painfully moaned. Looking at him, Reine lightly sighed.
"……Well, I believe that there's no need for it to be so complicated."
"Then, what you are saying is?"
"……You're right. Shin, did Kotori ever mention to you of anywhere she wanted to
go?"
"Places that she wanted to go…...huh."
"……Aaah. Places that you did not coincidentally hear from her or rumors if
possible, I hope that it was at a time and place where Shidou is aware that Kotori is
speaking to you. Directly to Shidou, specifically saying that she wishes to go
together with you, that would be best."
"Al, alright……"
Shidou supported his chin using his hand. If it was a place that Kotori hoped to go
together with Shidou——
"That……ah, I got it. Speaking of which, she did mention it before while watching a
commercial that she wished we could go to the Ocean Park in Eibu……"
"……Nn, is that so. Then why don't we choose that place?"
Reine used a light tone to speak while nodding.
"Is, is that okay? When Kotori said that, she wasn't in commander mode but in
imouto mode you know?"
"……It does not matter. It's not like she really has another personality like Yoshino.
Isn't it better if we put it this way, that she was in a state where she freely expresses
her feelings?"
"Yes……"
However, Kannazuki frowned as though he was in pain.
"Ocean Park……huh. Well for a date location it is indeed a good choice, but if we
decide on it without a concrete plan……"

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The rest of the crew members seem to have the same opinion as Kannazuki.
Everyone looked reluctant as their mouths bent into a "へ" shape.
"……But we would be able to see Kotori's cute swimsuit if we choose the Ocean
Park."
"…………"
Just one sentence from Reine, the sounds of everyone holding their breaths could be
heard.
……The date plan that had Kotori and <Ratatoskr>'s fates as the stakes, was
coincidentally and simply decided just like that.

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Chapter 8: Swimwear Battle

The next day, 21st of June, Wednesday.
It was not a break that was granted due to a holiday……However the Raizen
Independent High School that Shidou attends had to take care of issues and
suspended lessons for today. Well, it was something that could not be helped. That's
because the students and staff of the school had all collapsed, temporarily entering a
state of unconsciousness.
It was fortunate that there were no students in critical condition, but due to the
school conducting a thorough check in various factors, they decided to temporarily
close the school.
"……Well, I guess this counts as a blessing within a disaster."
"……Well then, it is going to be 10am already. Yoshino has already been
transferred to the apartment's roof from here. She'll arrive at your location soon I
guess."　　
Shidou sighed after locking up the door. At the same time, Reine's sleepy voice rang
in Shidou's right ear.
However, Reine's figure was nowhere to be seen. There was only the miniature
communicator in Shidou's right ear.
That's right. Today, Shidou will practice for the date with Kotori tomorrow.
"Well then, what is the training for today? I still don't know what I am supposed to
do……"
Shidou lightly tapped his right ear and asked. Shidou was only requested to meet
outside their houses with Tohka and Yoshino.
"……Aaah. After meeting with Tohka and Yoshino, go to Tenguu station. The
destination is Gemini Building's B block fourth floor. ……Over there, please help
the two of them pick their swimsuits."　
"Swim, swimsuits……!?"

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Frowning. His eyes naturally turned to the right——the direction of the voice.
Tohka and Yoshino's swimsuits. The moment he heard that line, his cheeks started to
burn.
"……Right, swimsuits. I've already given you money yesterday right? That amount
should be sufficient."
"No, al, although what you said is not wrong……but why swimsuits?"
"……Shin. Tomorrow, you are going to the Ocean Park with Kotori correct? In
order for you to stay calm on the day itself, it is essential that you have to get used
to female swimsuits."
Reine said it as though it was obvious. Shidou narrowed his eyes and scratched his
face.
"……No, Reine? Assuming that I will, but I shouldn't be feeling excited from
looking at my sister's swimsuit right……"
"……Perhaps. Well, even though it would be great if it was like that, as expected, no
——That's why this training is necessary. Kotori is not the only girl in the Ocean
Park. A rare date with you staring at other girls is troubling you know."
"............"
Shidou wanted to retort with "I won't do that!", but in the next few seconds his face
started to burn. It was indeed hard to say that without feeling guilty. Ugu……he grit
his teeth, sighing as he nodded his head.
"Eh……I understand."
And just like that, the conversation ended and the sound of footsteps could be heard
from behind. It should be Tohka or Yoshino who had just walked out of the
apartment. Shidou raised his hand and turned around.

"Ooh, good morning——"
Following that, his whole body froze. Standing there was not Tohka or Yoshino, but
it was Tobiichi Origami who was wearing a knitted shirt and short skirt that
provides a lot of freedom.

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"Ori, Origami?"
"…………"
Origami wordlessly nodded her head.
"Is something wrong today? Meeting in this kind of place sure is rare——"
Mid-way through his words, Shidou suddenly remembered. Naturally covering his
mouth so that Origami would not realize it while softly speaking into the
communicator.
"Reine? Don't tell me that this was part of your plans too……?"
"……No, at least I do not have any part in this."
"Is, is that right."
Shidou moved his hand away, scratching his cheek and turning to look at Origami.
"Speaking of which is your body alright? You were still hospitalized
yesterday……"
"The wound itself was nothing much. After they did some checks I was allowed to
leave the hospital."
"Is that so……then that's great. What about……Mana?"
After Shidou's question, Origami's eyebrows slightly frowned.
"She has yet to regain consciousness. ……If Mana were to wake up, then I would not
have to come here. ——However, this is fine as well. It is great that I am able to
meet with Shidou."
"Eh, then……"
"shidou!"
"Yoha~, we've kept you waiting~"
Just as Shidou was about to question back, from the apartment that was beside the
Itsuka house, voices sounded out. Turning to the direction of the voices, Tohka who
was wearing a light-colored halter top and a short skirt as well as Yoshino who was

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wearing a sundress could be seen standing there.
"Uu?"
However, when Tohka, whom had a wide smile on her face, noticed the girl beside
Shidou, her eyebrows deeply furrowed. Following that, her face slowly made a
wary expression.
"Tobiichi Origami……! You, why are you here!"
Saying that she hurriedly walked closer, cutting between Shidou and Origami,
making, "Grr……", such an intimidating sound.
Only that Origami was not afraid of such intimidation and she just kept staring in
Yoshino's direction.
"<Hermit>……? Why are you here?"
"……!"
Yoshino started to quiver in fear. It could be that the previous memories of being
hunted down by the AST members were still fresh in her mind, or it could be that
she was feeling afraid of Origami's freezing stare.
However, as though trying to protect Yoshino, the puppet in her left hand cut in
between them.
"Al~right alright Miss. Please don't bully Yoshino? If you always make a face like
that, you're going to have a lot of wrinkles at a young age you know~?"
Origami did not even twitch an eyebrow to that provocation, turning to look back at
Shidou.
"What is the meaning of this?"
"Eh, no, this is……"
Shidou became incoherent and his eyes looked all over the place. Now that he
thought about it, this was the first time Origami met Yoshino with her powers
sealed.
To Origami who is not accepting of Tohka at all, another spirit had appeared at this

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